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| Guys night is always a success when I am back with my brother 👮🏽‍♂️👮🏻‍♂️| #stachetober #brothersinblue | https://www.instagram.com/p/B37UxhZD7hV9vFwQ1lqjfU3DuJxxkL6INBPysk0/?igshid=1ej5wmg8mr287

| Simple and plain, I MISS YOU!! I can’t wish enough that you were here to see me now. I love you D. Keep watching my back and I’ll be sure to strive to make you proud. Your swag was unmatched and your compassion for others was one in a million. Happy Birthday! | #favoritecousin | https://www.instagram.com/p/B3QZbGDDeBRIIpZsrqYjEc-mIRQMKLGhtyyULQ0/?igshid=178jxev8kg06w

| My grandfather always said, “Meet your maker, before you meet your undertaker.” Losing my Godmother, this year, was a rough pill to swallow. She was one of the most talented singers I ever heard. She was always upbeat and loving life. She was honest with me, even when I was too young to understand simple concepts. She never bought me my own candy apple, but I forgave her for that (I’m not still hurt that I had to always share with @t_rain lol). She was simply an amazing woman who loved God and her family. I wasn’t her blood relative, but she never treated me as anything less than. I took up singing and fell in love with music because she was in the industry. A true testament to where music can take you in life. It is a tough process to unpack the sadness this loss has caused and I have yet to crack the surface of my pain. On this day, and forevermore, I’m eternally grateful to have met and experienced your excellence. I love you and miss you dearly. Thank you for the wonderful memories. | https://www.instagram.com/p/B1w6v4JB9jeDrW7QT-KEOx-dMCnlSELdjL-ZSk0/?igshid=ije6jhwqpgcw

| A few of my most favorite moments from Vegas this weekend. Didn’t take too many pictures, but glad a few fun memories were captured on camera. | #dadbodsquad #tipsycow #tourist | (at The World Famous Las Vegas Sign!) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1W4cDCh5Ak/?igshid=1edm5medusr9l

| One year down! I never look ahead to the next holiday/birthday/anniversary, but I am happy to have the opportunity to celebrate one year of marriage. There is plenty of ups and downs which make this all worth it. Today and forevermore I love you @domthompson4 ! Thank you for a fun and adventurous first year. | #The2018Thompsons https://www.instagram.com/p/B1UUBGRBKRM/?igshid=jj0idpbfkh6s

| Woke up missing some of my favorite ladies. I wish I had pictures with all the awesome women in my immediate/extended family. I’m surrounded by so much love and support it’s mind blowing. Give people their flowers when they are living and you won’t regret your lack of effort when they are taken from this earth. | (at Industry Hills Expo Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/B09SvTSBgTn/?igshid=gzwm5gknvdoz

| Best role model I have ever had. Nothing can stop this woman. She’s a damn beast! I lived in her old house for 9 months and I loved that she left it furnished and all. No neighbors = no noise complaints 🤣🤣. | #secondborn #family #imanally #betrue 👮🏽‍♂️👩🏽‍🏫 | (at Sylmar, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0KcV85hc0U/?igshid=ajnq6gaer32m

| Can’t express the joy I get when I see my loved ones smile. My munchkin is the best ever and my rib always is there to keep everything running smoothly. I don’t want a daughter (because it’ll be Bad Boys II prom scene status), however, if they are half as awesome as my nugget I’ll be okay with it 😁. Hug the ones you love while you have the chance. You never know what it’ll do for your own mental health. | #familyIchose #myhappyplace #photobombqueen | (at Central Park, City of Pasadena) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzobXeQBH_-sdQD_gRKSvLLFSHaNPKzTYV9chY0/?igshid=cbch2az62u7v

| MARRIAGE! It’s never perfect. It’s always lacking something, but in the moments of seeking you find a certain purpose. Being needed and craved by someone is a powerful feeling. It’s infectious to be in love with another person. This trip reinforced how true the struggle is to love and be loved. It will never be enough and that’s what makes the journey so much more invigorating. | #betrue #adventure #bestiegoals | (at Petco Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzWsT7aBnyn/?igshid=7d8v9lhrjbeh

| 🚨 LONG POST ALERT 🚨 As a young child/teenager I didn’t believe I’d ever speak in front of a room full of people. I believed my depression was singular and nobody would care or empathize with my situation. Yesterday I was given the opportunity to sit on a panel of Law Enforcement Officers to answer questions from a group of teenagers. I was also given some time to tell them a portion of my story and offer some advice which I believe is pivotal for them to hear. I stressed to them how important it is to focus on their individual progress in life instead of trying to impress their “friends” from school. Having the kids come up to me after the event and ask for individual advice, wanting to take pictures, talk about life, and just converse in a safe environment was a true blessing. I loved seeing their enthusiasm and I look forward to doing it again soon. They truly are the future and you never know how much positive impact you can have on them until you try. | (at Lake Avenue Church (Official)) https://www.instagram.com/p/By_MPI-hW2T/?igshid=83vv9xrz3so1

| I would be remiss if I didn’t take a moment to wish my dad and my father-in-law a Happy Father’s Day! I am so blessed to have such amazing men in my life. My dad has been a great motivator and my father-in-law has provided nothing but love and support in the short time that I’ve been able to spend with him. To them and all the fathers who are present in their children’s lives (no matter how old we are) for all 365 days a year, Happy Daddy Day!! https://www.instagram.com/p/ByywsfXhgbM/?igshid=6vq2wk3xydj3

| Just a few shots from the birthday celebration for the best Sister-In-Law I could ever have ! All smiles when I’m with some of my favorite ladies. My niece says my dad bod is approved for another year so I’ll continue to snack 🤣. I love you @fanoftrains ! You are a great example of resilience. You are going to continue to great things ❤️❤️❤️! | #allsmiles #family #copslikedonuts #dadbodsquad | https://www.instagram.com/p/ByqbZ1lBOfA/?igshid=19higg372w803

| As Police Week comes to a close I’m reminded of the old adage that reads, “Every day, in every city and town across the country, police officers are performing vital services that help make their communities safer.” Although there are incidents which call that quote’s validity into question, I am proud to say I am a police officer in a great municipality. I love the people I serve and will never stop trying to positively impact the city I work for. You may not agree with my career, but I agree with your freedom to be freethinkers. With love and honor I thank my fellow brothers and sisters standing guard of the thin blue line. I am honored to serve with you all. 💙🖤💙 | 👮🏽‍♂️ #policeweek #thinblueline #officersofcolor #likefatherlikeson #230 | https://www.instagram.com/p/BxlJ141B1gw/?igshid=q4svfc4bdc9y

| I have two perfect examples left in my life of what a mother is. My mother and aunt are the true essence of motherhood in my eyes. Through all my nonsense (which there has been a lot of) and successes, they have been a constant beacon of love. Today is not the only day I cherish and revere their presence in my life, however, I would be remiss if I did not take a moment for this outward showing of my appreciation. Thank you both for showing me how to navigate this journey. Today and forever more I truly honor and adore you both. Thank you for helping me always. HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!! | https://www.instagram.com/p/BxX4IHKh1n9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1nfvxqw4jfjiz

| PALM SPRINGS always treats us well. We met some amazing people and made some great memories! | #phoenixisnext #palmsprings #poolchronicles #myglassesmatchtheunicorn | (at The "V" Hotel Palm Springs) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv9qZTiDxq_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=92cpo86v2q04

| I miss Seattle ! I miss my hair ! I miss the adventures ! I miss the smiles ! Most of all, I miss the peace of mind I had while back in the PNW ! | #pnwboyatheart #seattlechronicles #PNW #gumwallseattle | PC 📸 @domthompson4 | (at The Great Gum Wall of Seattle) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvumgWIhwEP/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=wptdqzf12rz3

| I’ve learned the key to thwarting my depression is to always smile. Work, life, relationships, finances, family, and many more things have always had a stranglehold on my mind. I decided approximately 6-7 years ago I would not allow others to interact with me without smiling at least once. I can be the butt of the joke as long as others smile. I’m imperfect in all aspects of my being, however, I refuse to take my last breath without providing as many smiles as possible. Please smile at people. You really never know how sad they are inside. | #smileatsomeonetoday #smileshelp # (at M Resort Spa Casino) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvcy0XbDRhH/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10j7982kdi5px